Lorraine Feather's guest appearances

Lorraine Feather

Famous Interviews & Neon Jazz with Joe Dimino

Sleepless In Studio City

Nikhil Hogan Show

Lisa Steele

Raul Midón

Christian Howes

Peter Erskine

Emily Miller

Bruce Broughton

Robert Levin

Jason Vieaux

Jeremy Monteiro

Samuel Andreyev

Kevin Harris

Randy Brecker

Tommy Emmanuel

Robert Gjerdingen

William Caplin

OwlTail

DrDebzz Opening ShpielBefore you can "Say Yes" to Life, you've got to be confident saying "no" to others and prioritizing the concept "to thine own self be true." Are you comfortable saying "no" or are you a perennial people pleaser putting other's perceived expectations before your own needs?It's the season to propagate, proliferate, proclaim, self-seed, self-sow your voice. Don't assume (or you'll become the first three letters in the word) others in your karass understand what makes you tick. Share your truth using the sixth language of love: https://youtu.be/_Hp9vDQt5J0Celebrate the "no." No is a complete sentence. You never have to defend, explain, argue, excuse, or qualify. Say "no" politely, softly, sweetly, slowly, and succinctly. This practice will enable you to embrace life to the fullest and Say YES to the best version of yourself! Guest CallerAnnie is in a constant state of anxiety.  She feels like she wears an amulet of worry around her neck to make sure nothing bad happens.  DrDebzz suggests ways to let go and wear a new amulet representing freedom from fear. Weekly WOW (Words of Wisdom)Follow your heart, stay aligned with your Source of being.  Love and let the Universe take care of the details.- Dr. Wayne Dyer Confidence Boosters/Esteem BuildersI listen and lovingly surrender to the DivineWhisper in my heart!I Say Yes to Life! I Say Yes to the Spirit Within!I am in joyous alignment with my highest goodunfolding now!I Lean into the Yes! I Lean into the Spirit Within!Featured ArtistFeatured guest artist is accomplished, acclaimed vocalist and lyricist, Lorraine Feather, revealing her magical musical history, the process behind her soon to be released CD produced entirely during the pandemic, what she believes is the key to finding and keeping love, valuable advice for aspiring artists, and much much more.Be the first on the block to hear the original tune "Are You Up" from Lorraine's thirteenth magnum opus work of art entitled, "My Own Particular Life," with astonishing accompaniment by la creme de la creme of master musicians: Russell Ferrante, piano; Michael Valerio, bass; Michael Shapiro, drums and percussion; Grant Geissman and Eddie Arkin, guitars; Charlie Bisharat, violin; and Eddie Arkin, arranger! Who could ask for anything more!!!DrDebzz Call-in Advice Talk Show, Sleepless in Studio City, airs nightly at 9PM PT / midnight ET with new episodes Sat 9PM &amp; midnight PT / midnight &amp; 3AM ET at AmericanHeartsRadio.com.Previous episodes of Sleepless in Studio City are available HERE.Celebrated columnist, lauded life coach, skilled family mediator, I am privileged and honored to offer heartfelt help, inspiration, positivity, a nurturing spirit, and transformative tools.Testimonials:"DrDebzz is my favorite talk show host.""Her words of wisdom are gems."“Brilliant! DrDebzz is a natural at this.""A true treasure. Her advice is always spot on!!!﻿""DrDebzz Opening Shpiel is worth its weight in gold.""So inspiring and such good life lessons. I amcompletely in awe of her talent &amp; expertise in doing this."For a limited time I am providing Complimentary Covid Coaching Sessions by phone or on zoom to aid you in turning lemons into lemonade, counting your blessings, and changing your perspective to the glass half full instead of half empty. You can complain that the rose bush has thorns or rejoice that the thorn bush has roses. Now is an apropos time to turn your black and white melodrama script into a full living technicolor masterpiece to cherish and behold. Contact me at 818-326-9003 or sleeplessinstudiocity@gmail.com to setup an appointment.CHECK OUT 5 MIN EXCERPTS on YOUTUBE. LISTEN &amp; LEARN WHILE WATCHING A SOOTHING SERENE SLIDESHOW.“THE CRITICAL SPIRIT” Are you judgmental, accusatory, fault-finding, negative, nitpicking with yourself and/or others? You can transform into an encouraging supportive positive spirit! https://youtu.be/r_1MiJsmc4Q“THE POWER OF NO” Saying “no” &amp; setting boundaries signifies yes I care &amp; that you’re valuable &amp; worthy of my time &amp; attention. https://youtu.be/X0pwDsdzfl0”GENEROSITY OF SPIRIT” Kindness is caring enough about someone to be forthcoming about your true feelings, desires, dreams, sensitivities, vulnerabilities, i.e. the sixth language of love. https://youtu.be/QcgYckl4LzA"WORDS AS WEAPONS/SETTING BOUNDARIES" T.H.I.N.K. before you speak.https://youtu.be/b6DSED3QPNA"STUFFING EMOTIONS" destroys relationships; people pleasing causes mistrust; being authentic is true kindness. https://youtu.be/cRM2c0rwQzc“MINDFUL WALKING” Take a tizzy, clear your mind, heal your heart. https://youtu.be/M1VW2VUuX2w“FORGIVENESS” Free yourself from toxic resentments &amp; negativity. https://youtu.be/A_fsui09x_8"JEALOUSY" Celebrating others' success increases chances you'll be victorious. https://youtu.be/cUnNj1VRWlU“LEGAL ABUSE” How abusers use the legal system to gain control. https://youtu.be/WSDhZEtCosI“PERFECTIONISM” Killing the perfectionism monster that's keeping you from pursuing passions. https://youtu.be/lXX27MAcVm0"THE SIXTH LANGUAGE OF LOVE: Sharing Secret Sensitivities."https://youtu.be/_Hp9vDQt5J0"FROM NEGATIVITY TO POSITIVITY: Changing Your Brain Chemistry"https://youtu.be/O2ayZ9FnEsY“IRREPARABLE DAMAGE CAUSED BY VERBAL ABUSE” https://youtu.be/wwz1wT5Kab

DrDebzz Opening ShpielBefore you can "Say Yes" to Life, you've got to be confident saying "no" to others and prioritizing the concept "to thine own self be true." Are you comfortable saying "no" or are you a perennial people pleaser putting other's perceived expectations before your own needs? It's the season to propagate, proliferate, proclaim, self-seed, self-sow your voice. Don't assume (or you'll become the first three letters in the word) others in your karass understand what makes you tick. Share your truth using the sixth language of love: <a href="https://youtu.be/_Hp9vDQt5J0?fbclid=IwAR3wqiGzaUndDSQ7s4bvBgPsn7MobsVrH8140zGLgq0k1YUgefCHma33V98" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/_Hp9vDQt5J0</a> Celebrate the "no." No is a complete sentence. You never have to defend, explain, argue, excuse, or qualify. Say "no" politely, softly, sweetly, slowly, and succinctly. This practice will enable you to embrace life to the fullest and Say YES to the best version of yourself! Guest CallerAnnie is in a constant state of anxiety.  She feels like she wears an amulet of worry around her neck to make sure nothing bad happens.  DrDebzz suggests ways to let go and wear a new amulet representing freedom from fear. Weekly WOW (Words of Wisdom)Follow your heart, stay aligned with your Source of being.  Love and let the Universe take care of the details. - Dr. Wayne Dyer Confidence Boosters/Esteem Builders I listen and lovingly surrender to the Divine Whisper in my heart! I Say Yes to Life! I Say Yes to the Spirit Within! I am in joyous alignment with my highest good unfolding now! I Lean into the Yes! I Lean into the Spirit Within!Featured ArtistFeatured guest artist is accomplished, acclaimed vocalist and lyricist, Lorraine Feather, revealing her magical musical history, the process behind her soon to be released CD produced entirely during the pandemic, what she believes is the key to finding and keeping love, valuable advice for aspiring artists, and much much more. Be the first on the block to hear the original tune "Are You Up" from Lorraine's thirteenth magnum opus work of art entitled, "My Own Particular Life," with astonishing accompaniment by la creme de la creme of master musicians: Russell Ferrante, piano; Michael Valerio, bass; Michael Shapiro, drums and percussion; Grant Geissman and Eddie Arkin, guitars; Charlie Bisharat, violin; and Eddie Arkin, arranger! Who could ask for anything more!!!DrDebzz Call-in Advice Talk Show, Sleepless in Studio City, airs nightly at 9PM PT / midnight ET with new episodes Sat 9PM &amp; midnight PT / midnight &amp; 3AM ET at <a href="http://americanheartsradio.com/?fbclid=IwAR0RhT9s34hmQCXFsbmhESZuuJRuCb42cOlJ02u_SwdTXn5WqDTs2j3qTU4" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">AmericanHeartsRadio.com.</a> Previous episodes of Sleepless in Studio City are available <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sleepless-in-studio-city/id1154437180?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE.</a> Celebrated columnist, lauded life coach, skilled family mediator, I am privileged and honored to offer heartfelt help, inspiration, positivity, a nurturing spirit, and transformative tools. Testimonials: "DrDebzz is my favorite talk show host." "Her words of wisdom are gems." “Brilliant! DrDebzz is a natural at this." "A true treasure. Her advice is always spot on!!!﻿" "DrDebzz Opening Shpiel is worth its weight in gold." "So inspiring and such good life lessons. I am completely in awe of her talent &amp; expertise in doing this." For a limited time I am providing Complimentary Covid Coaching Sessions by phone or on zoom to aid you in turning lemons into lemonade, counting your blessings, and changing your perspective to the glass half full instead of half empty. You can complain that the rose bush has thorns or rejoice that the thorn bush has roses. Now is an apropos time to turn your black and white melodrama script into a full living technicolor masterpiece to cherish and behold. Contact me at 818-326-9003 or <a href="mailto:sleeplessinstudiocity@gmail.com">sleeplessinstudiocity@gmail.com</a> to setup an appointment. CHECK OUT 5 MIN EXCERPTS on YOUTUBE. LISTEN &amp; LEARN WHILE WATCHING A SOOTHING SERENE SLIDESHOW. “THE CRITICAL SPIRIT” Are you judgmental, accusatory, fault-finding, negative, nitpicking with yourself and/or others? You can transform into an encouraging supportive positive spirit! <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fyoutu.be%2Fr_1MiJsmc4Q%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR2PnQfwCgbsPclP3sTXNLe1cAoXetbRMkRDKj-dY2BbI0Wv0z-oMyWz6tg&amp;h=AT3SgkQ7sVOsi-oigj0bX4YxsomFl-OYqyfLa-bvckAXecdPOVM0LtRSRfVtZAs2koej0c_7NmGUCqHPGfQFOwve2ZcVihtPK-QhDOQDLRh6B95hcPMM8l3KjndEK2TjhyBxJMM&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AT3iUer6TnxDGbSTBUZBG7oTaXEp0pWbMO8xLV3NK7A8buHJHfSFnr6CqKZO7AatVzWUJfEpWrtqakyiatGTLpAFx08CaDDqdG3rm58zGP_fHqex4DLkdy6uYKpqiWX_1FWfzl3wZBwW1iuc-nHsvQFYdal8cGvQaXnwg_7yKjkmuyQR3vJWKAnRWBI2EpdEsQyaVynl" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/r_1MiJsmc4Q</a> “THE POWER OF NO” Saying “no” &amp; setting boundaries signifies yes I care &amp; that you’re valuable &amp; worthy of my time &amp; attention. <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fyoutu.be%2FX0pwDsdzfl0%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR3gh178kiOmETBLb1fBcd501PP0DMHJxNgG1T3cHkoUdtSdQDIpNFgtMXs&amp;h=AT0nZmTEQTwZba2N1iH9lj126-DggV1Fa9CT1NH6So319jhaq_RMXAcbkD2DV47ujlK-ONK9TeSEAvTLqkEOm_KfmhT1W_liMsl-wLexDmzivs4E1DGBD7-f8b55M8y26doOxpk&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AT3iUer6TnxDGbSTBUZBG7oTaXEp0pWbMO8xLV3NK7A8buHJHfSFnr6CqKZO7AatVzWUJfEpWrtqakyiatGTLpAFx08CaDDqdG3rm58zGP_fHqex4DLkdy6uYKpqiWX_1FWfzl3wZBwW1iuc-nHsvQFYdal8cGvQaXnwg_7yKjkmuyQR3vJWKAnRWBI2EpdEsQyaVynl" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/X0pwDsdzfl0</a> ”GENEROSITY OF SPIRIT” Kindness is caring enough about someone to be forthcoming about your true feelings, desires, dreams, sensitivities, vulnerabilities, i.e. the sixth language of love. <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fyoutu.be%2FQcgYckl4LzA%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR3ei3v_kveWTs99ZXRqjEebjzkPBAtBml3CEPOZF_KCcp4olps_t5czwe4&amp;h=AT1siNR0PhSwpnnEckMEPwhwIditpwifiTb_jB-fPIsF0FOztFkboOaOPHNyc2s-qoxtwAoIjn5ZRJ4-1Fb2xBNNX-2XxnQFSaHUKX1FXF4Fk0wBrfDiqduoyd9p6x8w4CX8aC4&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AT3iUer6TnxDGbSTBUZBG7oTaXEp0pWbMO8xLV3NK7A8buHJHfSFnr6CqKZO7AatVzWUJfEpWrtqakyiatGTLpAFx08CaDDqdG3rm58zGP_fHqex4DLkdy6uYKpqiWX_1FWfzl3wZBwW1iuc-nHsvQFYdal8cGvQaXnwg_7yKjkmuyQR3vJWKAnRWBI2EpdEsQyaVynl" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/QcgYckl4LzA</a> "WORDS AS WEAPONS/SETTING BOUNDARIES" T.H.I.N.K. before you speak.<a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fyoutu.be%2Fb6DSED3QPNA%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR16f2521Iv3K-5Nwu2VI2XiJZNwZXKMovmRQ7xblxUPLT96Mq_wGFZrLBU&amp;h=AT30hvVVHIZ32y-yj9u4q1BDYPKrU904oOIzmzU6bL8xs0Mh3F85MieMlsbkR9jgLJBrmnKNRBlvi25AjcrD9NvPdRisPaU5FBaBNO796GtL5yxYWBjIuAhFxGuFQjSdppzLXgE&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AT3iUer6TnxDGbSTBUZBG7oTaXEp0pWbMO8xLV3NK7A8buHJHfSFnr6CqKZO7AatVzWUJfEpWrtqakyiatGTLpAFx08CaDDqdG3rm58zGP_fHqex4DLkdy6uYKpqiWX_1FWfzl3wZBwW1iuc-nHsvQFYdal8cGvQaXnwg_7yKjkmuyQR3vJWKAnRWBI2EpdEsQyaVynl" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/b6DSED3QPNA</a> "STUFFING EMOTIONS" destroys relationships; people pleasing causes mistrust; being authentic is true kindness. <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fyoutu.be%2FcRM2c0rwQzc%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR3lV5321XS-Q5ggbz6UFsIPz9_JqOCUy8jh34Ttx5-UZoqHZ-mo292sEls&amp;h=AT2DDAD8qwEXvbY94oiEAusGHJ4ZoimHtR6ES8asxIBKc63ApbD1WWLNfxg1QhLsROK_R-Czyam-HrD-bAQLqbM4gJgG9vdBAdtsnGmOIB2NCPyw4_9BBlDfSm-KfMM6xWyznX0&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AT3iUer6TnxDGbSTBUZBG7oTaXEp0pWbMO8xLV3NK7A8buHJHfSFnr6CqKZO7AatVzWUJfEpWrtqakyiatGTLpAFx08CaDDqdG3rm58zGP_fHqex4DLkdy6uYKpqiWX_1FWfzl3wZBwW1iuc-nHsvQFYdal8cGvQaXnwg_7yKjkmuyQR3vJWKAnRWBI2EpdEsQyaVynl" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/cRM2c0rwQzc</a> “MINDFUL WALKING” Take a tizzy, clear your mind, heal your heart. <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fyoutu.be%2FM1VW2VUuX2w%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR34TfS7kjt78wESmdyt5PiAMRv1NR2-fnq9sRx2jB8xRKpelpDExfq7WVQ&amp;h=AT2jL9uqYusC67-qmK3WDS0qp9WV-7RA91wdgQHnpZT8rqIJ2N-3uQ2oQzuMxuMuVynGtuMLpaU1Wz1IMDgOe3Pp-EVpa88k3IrePm-3M_AKmysGyvECiNCuBZCjhs_WZNmmbdo&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AT3iUer6TnxDGbSTBUZBG7oTaXEp0pWbMO8xLV3NK7A8buHJHfSFnr6CqKZO7AatVzWUJfEpWrtqakyiatGTLpAFx08CaDDqdG3rm58zGP_fHqex4DLkdy6uYKpqiWX_1FWfzl3wZBwW1iuc-nHsvQFYdal8cGvQaXnwg_7yKjkmuyQR3vJWKAnRWBI2EpdEsQyaVynl" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/M1VW2VUuX2w</a> “FORGIVENESS” Free yourself from toxic resentments &amp; negativity. <a href="https://youtu.be/A_fsui09x_8?fbclid=IwAR2f7yCe4mN0HZ79R72LP06ZjJxdjPSIQ69rguF7qJ1rmKw6w99_fQ0K2Eo" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/A_fsui09x_8</a> "JEALOUSY" Celebrating others' success increases chances you'll be victorious. <a href="https://youtu.be/cUnNj1VRWlU?fbclid=IwAR198jS0UjmMGsg36RXuRXORpXEBJ8eNzEm1dkTYsWFBK1mbeV4COXsgU9k" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/cUnNj1VRWlU</a> “LEGAL ABUSE” How abusers use the legal system to gain control. <a href="https://youtu.be/WSDhZEtCosI?fbclid=IwAR0vATd2OiUciTpop0phryVdDgg-MSwJkUUCtQfB8IpfVGx3Ks2jv9Pm2pw" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/WSDhZEtCosI</a> “PERFECTIONISM” Killing the perfectionism monster that's keeping you from pursuing passions. <a href="https://youtu.be/lXX27MAcVm0?fbclid=IwAR1zhLD4I7zLnbPEhBrC2BHMWbyXoYn2uNnq0OM1yS17SUVt0A9Rj_Vxpys" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/lXX27MAcVm0</a> "THE SIXTH LANGUAGE OF LOVE: Sharing Secret Sensitivities."<a href="https://youtu.be/_Hp9vDQt5J0?fbclid=IwAR36dbuXf-cg1_jVHadj7XneMvuKp5fMjYz-Y_i5zHwzgBaHFMNlLauMgJM" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/_Hp9vDQt5J0</a> "FROM NEGATIVITY TO POSITIVITY: Changing Your Brain Chemistry"<a href="https://youtu.be/O2ayZ9FnEsY?fbclid=IwAR0pi1DmJUABJj8VI3zWLo1r3QHRBHR8EGvSFBXXpQmESlWdChsrqyT5JOI" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/O2ayZ9FnEsY</a> “IRREPARABLE DAMAGE CAUSED BY VERBAL ABUSE” <a href="https://youtu.be/wwz1wT5Kab?fbclid=IwAR0lmiG2qw7ddHx7DWv3GzEVy-JlXgHpz8uaZdHAeNUF_asCTFE91DSngCI" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/wwz1wT5Kab</a>

Sleepless in Studio City DrDebzz "Say YES" feat. Lorraine Feather

I’m so thrilled to talk to my guest today, 3-Time GRAMMY Jazz Singer and 7-Time EMMY nominated Lyricist, Lorraine Feather! As an artist she has recorded 12 albums. Her 2010 release, Ages, featured songs with her lyrics, and music by Eddie Arkin, Shelly Berg, Russell Ferrante, Dick Hyman and Béla Fleck. It brought Lorraine her first (2011) Grammy nomination, in the Best Jazz Vocal Album category. In 2013, her album Attachments was nominated for the GRAMMY for Best Jazz Vocal album. In 2015, her album Flirting with Disaster was also nominated for the GRAMMY for best jazz vocal album. Lorraine has received 7 Emmy nominations writing for Television. Some of her credits include, Disney’s Dinosaurs and Pooh’s Heffalump Halloween, PBS’s Make Way for Noddy, the MGM animated film Babes in Toyland, Hasbro’s My Little Pony series. Some of the Film work she’s done includes The Jungle Book 2, The Princess Diaries 2, All Dogs Go to Heaven, the Lionhearts and much more. Her latest album is 2018’s Math Camp. It was produced with longtime co-writer Eddie Arkin; with seven of the songs being written with Arkin and three with Shelly Berg. ----- 2:10 What were some of the records that you grew up listening to that were influential in your development? 5:00 On hanging around famous musicians as a kid 6:20 Were you an avid reader and writer growing up? 7:34 Did you father encourage you to write? 8:42 What was it like studying with John Mehegan? 9:54 How much did you write as a child? 13:24 Did you ever take singing lessons? 14:33 When did you start writing lyrics to songs? 15:55 On writing for Full Swing 16:37 What was it like writing for that first album for Full Swing? 18:34 What notes did Richard Perry give you on your lyrics? 20:25 Did you ever take music theory lessons or study music? 21:17 Talk about writing your first album, “The Body Remembers” 24:39 What is the Lorraine Feather method to writing lyrics? 26:69 How did you write “Smashing Thirds”? 28:10 How long would it take you to write one of the Fats Waller songs? 29:21 When is the best time of day to write a song? 30:29 Do you rewrite a lot? 30:52 What do you look for in a co-writer? 34:28 How do you deal with writer's block? 35:10 What was the writing process behind Math Camp’s “I don’t mean to make a big deal of it”? 36:13 Did you write the lyrics before hearing the music? 38:08 How long did it take to write all the tunes in Math Camp? 39:10 What are the things that are important and interesting to you in lyric writing? 40:14 If you compare your current self to yourself 10-20 years ago, what’s the difference in your writing? 41:40 What was the most difficult song for you to write? 44:14 What was the easiest song for you to write? 46:03 What’s your biggest regret in music? 46:57 What is your proudest musical moment? 47:39 If you could go back in time and co-write with anyone of your choice, who would it be? 48:07 Who is your opinion, are the best lyricists in jazz and pop? 50:15 What 3 albums would you recommend a new listener to start with? 51:09 Can songwriting be learned? 51:52 What’s the best advice for someone who wants to get into the music industry? 52:54 Wrapping up

I’m so thrilled to talk to my guest today, 3-Time GRAMMY Jazz Singer and 7-Time EMMY nominated Lyricist, Lorraine Feather! As an artist she has recorded 12 albums. Her 2010 release, Ages, featured songs with her lyrics, and music by Eddie Arkin, Shelly Berg, Russell Ferrante, Dick Hyman and Béla Fleck. It brought Lorraine her first (2011) Grammy nomination, in the Best Jazz Vocal Album category. In 2013, her album Attachments was nominated for the GRAMMY for Best Jazz Vocal album. In 2015, her album Flirting with Disaster was also nominated for the GRAMMY for best jazz vocal album. Lorraine has received 7 Emmy nominations writing for Television. Some of her credits include, Disney’s Dinosaurs and Pooh’s Heffalump Halloween, PBS’s Make Way for Noddy, the MGM animated film Babes in Toyland, Hasbro’s My Little Pony series. Some of the Film work she’s done includes The Jungle Book 2, The Princess Diaries 2, All Dogs Go to Heaven, the Lionhearts and much more. Her latest album is 2018’s Math Camp. It was produced with longtime co-writer Eddie Arkin; with seven of the songs being written with Arkin and three with Shelly Berg. ----- 2:10 What were some of the records that you grew up listening to that were influential in your development? 5:00 On hanging around famous musicians as a kid 6:20 Were you an avid reader and writer growing up? 7:34 Did you father encourage you to write? 8:42 What was it like studying with John Mehegan? 9:54 How much did you write as a child? 13:24 Did you ever take singing lessons? 14:33 When did you start writing lyrics to songs? 15:55 On writing for Full Swing 16:37 What was it like writing for that first album for Full Swing? 18:34 What notes did Richard Perry give you on your lyrics? 20:25 Did you ever take music theory lessons or study music? 21:17 Talk about writing your first album, “The Body Remembers” 24:39 What is the Lorraine Feather method to writing lyrics? 26:69 How did you write “Smashing Thirds”? 28:10 How long would it take you to write one of the Fats Waller songs? 29:21 When is the best time of day to write a song? 30:29 Do you rewrite a lot? 30:52 What do you look for in a co-writer? 34:28 How do you deal with writer's block? 35:10 What was the writing process behind Math Camp’s “I don’t mean to make a big deal of it”? 36:13 Did you write the lyrics before hearing the music? 38:08 How long did it take to write all the tunes in Math Camp? 39:10 What are the things that are important and interesting to you in lyric writing? 40:14 If you compare your current self to yourself 10-20 years ago, what’s the difference in your writing? 41:40 What was the most difficult song for you to write? 44:14 What was the easiest song for you to write? 46:03 What’s your biggest regret in music? 46:57 What is your proudest musical moment? 47:39 If you could go back in time and co-write with anyone of your choice, who would it be? 48:07 Who is your opinion, are the best lyricists in jazz and pop? 50:15 What 3 albums would you recommend a new listener to start with? 51:09 Can songwriting be learned? 51:52 What’s the best advice for someone who wants to get into the music industry? 52:54 Wrapping up

74: Lorraine Feather